Desowen Lotion 30 ml Desowen Lotion 30 ml belongs to the group of medicines known as topical corticosteroids used to treat skin problems that may cause redness, itching and swelling. It is generally prescribed in mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, and contact dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis is a condition in which the skin becomes red and itchy. Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition which causes itchy rash with flaky scales. Contact dermatitis is a condition in which the skin becomes red and inflamed after it comes in contact with any allergens (substance which causes allergy or irritation). Desowen Lotion 30 ml works by getting absorbed into the skin cells and then stop these cells from producing certain chemicals that cause inflammation. These chemicals are normally released when the skin reacts to any type of allergens (allergy causing foreign elements). Desowen Lotion 30 ml is for external use only. Take a pea-sized amount onto your finger and apply it directly onto the affected area and gently massage it in. If Desowen Lotion 30 ml comes in contact with eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with water immediately. You are advised to use Desowen Lotion 30 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as skin peeling, dryness, burning sensation, irritation, stinging sensation, itching and redness at the site of application. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently. To treat your condition effectually continue using Desowen Lotion 30 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use Desowen Lotion 30 ml for more than 4 weeks unless prescribed by a doctor. Reducing stress, eating healthy food and maintaining a good sleep cycle would be helpful. Do not use Desowen Lotion 30 ml if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any steroid medicine. Desonide is a category C pregnancy drug, so consult your doctor before using Desowen Lotion 30 ml if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Do not apply Desowen Lotion 30 ml on chest if you are breast-feeding. Desowen Lotion 30 ml is not recommended for children below 3 months of age as the efficacy and safety have not been established. Uses of Desowen Lotion 30 ml Mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, skin rashes, skin irritation and skin inflammation. Medicinal Benefits Desowen Lotion 30 ml belongs to the group of medicines called as corticosteroids. Desowen Lotion 30 ml is used to treat mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, skin rashes, skin irritation and skin inflammation. Desowen Lotion 30 ml works by blocking the production of certain chemical substances in the body which cause allergy and inflammation (swelling and redness). Thereby, Desowen Lotion 30 ml helps to treat redness, itching, irritation, and inflammation. Related product Desowen 0.05% Lotion Desowen Cream Directions for Use Desowen Lotion 30 ml is for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area. Take a pea-sized amount onto your finger and apply it directly onto the affected area and gently massage it in.Do not use Desowen Lotion 30 ml on dressing, band-aids and make-up unless told by the doctor.If Desowen Lotion 30 ml comes in contact with eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with water immediately.Wash your hands before and after using Desowen Lotion 30 ml, however do not wash your hands if you are applying Desowen Lotion 30 ml on hands. Storage Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight Side Effects of Desowen Lotion 30 ml Like all medicines, Desowen Lotion 30 ml can also causes side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Skin peeling, dryness, burning sensation, irritation, stinging sensation, itching and redness at the site of application are the common side-effects of Desowen Lotion 30 ml. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently. In-Depth Precautions and Warning Drug Warnings Hormonal changes may be reported if Desowen Lotion 30 ml is used regularly and at very high doses. It can alter your adrenal glands (glands that make hormones located above kidneys) and can cause Cushing’s syndrome. Symptoms of which includes a round puffy face, weight gain, hump on the back, and pink/purple stretch marks on the stomach, tiredness, muscle weakness, and weight loss. Besides this, Desowen Lotion 30 ml may also cause symptoms of skin irritations like skin rash, itchy skin, swelling, blisters, irritation. If your condition gets worse, immediately stop taking Desowen Lotion 30 ml and contact your doctor. Do not take Desowen Lotion 30 ml if you are allergic to Desowen Lotion 30 ml or any other topical steroids. If your skin condition does not improve even after four weeks consult your doctor. Talk to your doctor if you have heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before using Desowen Lotion 30 ml if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Do not apply Desowen Lotion 30 ml on the breast or nipple if you are breast-feeding. Desowen Lotion 30 ml is not recommended for children below three months of age as the efficacy and safety have not been established. Drug Interactions DRUG-DRUG INTERACTIONS: Desowen Lotion 30 ml may interact with antidiabetic pills (metformin), skin disease creams (hydrocortisone), and immune system affecting medicine (cyclosporine). FOOD-DRUG INTERACTIONS: No interaction found. DRUG-DISEASE INTERACTION: Desowen Lotion 30 ml should not be given in patients with diabetes, people highly sensitive to diaper rash, skin infections, eye toxicity, and hyperadrenocorticism (high levels of cortisol) and adrenaline hormone problems (Cushing’s syndrome)
